Diggy Simmons promises to keep records Curse Free

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

While hip hop is all about self-expression, over the years rhymes have been filled with obscenities and harsh lyrics. Among the people who helped turn hip hop mainstream was Run-DMC. The trio was known for their Raising Hell album, among other famous songs.

There were minor curses in Run-DMC's music and they were considered offensive, at the time. As he grew older, Run got saved and became a preacher. To the new audience, he is better known as Rev Run. Leaving an iconic legacy in the rap game, his children want to follow in his footsteps.

Both JoJo and Diggy Simmons have begun rap careers, with the latter being signed to Atlantic Records. While JoJo curses in his records, Diggy promised his music would be something everyone could listen to. Diggy said if he were to say certain things, people would wonder how Rev Run feels about this and he does not want to make the family look bad, as the child of a preacher.

Diggy Simmons said he would never say anything that would bring shame to his family, but he would also continue to be himself. Regardless of his success, Diggy said he would always be himself, which is person who does not curse. Diggy said he is not trying to be clean, he feels he can still dominate the game without using profanity. Never has he even thought about cursing when he gets older, as other teen-rappers-turned-adult stars, Lil Wayne and Bow Wow did.

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JoJo Simmons - "Uptown (freestyle)"

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Square Off ft. Cory Gunz - "The Pain"

Featuring the sons of Doug E. Fresh, Square Off was initially likened to Team BLACKOUT. The son of Rev Run, JoJo Simmons, was a member of Team BLACKOUT.

Soon, it became clear the only similarities betweeen the two groups were their fathers. Square Off has been steadily making strides. Most recently, they teamed up with Cory Gunz.

Keeping the trend alive, Cory Gunz also descends from hip hop royalty. However, as an artist of Young Money, Cory Gunz has built his own reputation in the rap game. With this, it was a great opportunity for Square Off to link up with the Gunna. The group collaborated with Cory Gunz on "The Pain."

Listen to "The Pain" by Square Off ft. Cory Gunz below:

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Diggy Simmons provides Summer Threat

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year, Diggy Simmons turned heads when he was signed to a lucrative recording deal by Atlantic Records. Not many people knew of his rap ambitions, only his interest in clothing and skateboarding. It was well-known that JoJo Simmons was interested in making music.

Diggy Simmons released a video right before the summer of 2010 and it received play on MTV and other video outlets. Still, it was not enough for him to land a release date. Simmons has been recording for a year and still does not have a title.

Recently, Diggy Simmons discussed his upcoming lead single from his debut album. He promised the song would do damage this summer, but admitted the song had no title. Over the next few weeks, Diggy will be thinking of titles.

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Diggy Simmons discusses his Rap Career

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Late in 2009, Diggy Simmons began recording music. As a part of the legendary Simmons family, rapping comes natural to Diggy. Ever since 2007, his older brother, JoJo, has been recording with Team BLACKOUT. The group was compared to Run-DMC by many close to them.

Early in 2010, Diggy shocked rap fans when Atlantic Records announced they had signed him. JoJo's group had been recording for three years and had a minor deal with Koch Records. Many gossip sites tried to create friction between the brothers. This all ended when their sister, Angela, stepped in and diffused the rumors.

Last spring, Diggy Simmons released a video and he has been featured in several commercials. Even with a major label deal and being a "rich kid," Diggy Simmons has remained grounded. Recently, he discussed being featured on XXL as one of the 2011 Freshmen rappers. Despite being featured, Diggy said there are plenty of people who do not even know he raps.

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